The New York State Iron Workers Endorse Diana Florence for Manhattan DA
For Immediate Release
September 24, 2025
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THE NEW YORK STATE IRON WORKERS ENDORSE DIANA FLORENCE FOR MANHATTAN DA
Florence’s Independent Campaign Builds Momentum, Lands Fourth Labor Endorsement
Third Straight Week with a New Labor Endorsement
Iron Workers: “Her leadership in prosecuting wage theft and construction fraud demonstrates her deep understanding of how accountability and fairness in the justice system can uplift entire communities.”
New York – Today, the New York State Iron Workers endorsed Diana Florence’s Independent campaign for Manhattan District Attorney. The union that represents 15,000 skilled workers across the state praised Florence’s experience and commitment to prosecuting crime and protecting working New Yorkers from wage theft and companies that cheat. As an Assistant District Attorney under Robert M. Morgenthau, Florence launched the Construction Fraud Task Force and led the fight against big companies that cheated New Yorkers and abused workers. The Iron Workers joined UA Plumbers Local 1, Steamfitters Local 638, and Insulators Local 12 as Florence’s fourth labor endorsement, adding to the building momentum behind her campaign for DA.
Florence is running for Manhattan DA as an Independent on the “Safer Manhattan” line in the November election.
Peter Meyers, President of the New York State Iron Workers District Council said: “Diana Florence has been a tireless advocate for working people throughout her career. Her leadership in prosecuting wage theft and construction fraud demonstrates her deep understanding of how accountability and fairness in the justice system can uplift entire communities. Diana recognizes that when Iron Workers build Manhattan’s skyline, they deserve not only fair pay and safe conditions, but also a DA who will stand up to those who seek to exploit them.”
Diana Florence said: “The New York State Iron Workers make up the backbone of our city – and I’m honored to have their support. Iron Workers build up Manhattan and show the strength, grit, and promise of our communities. They deserve a city that’s safe for them to work and for their families to live. And that means a District Attorney that’s focused on protecting their wages and prosecuting crime – not playing politics. That’s the type of leadership I’ll bring back to the District Attorney’s office.”